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Why Purim is So Hard
Purim is so hard even though it’s not a majot holiday! We hear you and we agree! Purim is super hard when you are going through infertility. Here are just some of the reasons why…
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“The Mask” by Anonymous
This voice from the community is the heartbreakingly perfect example of the “mask” we put on when going through infertility. Putting on a brave face to hide that we feel like the world is falling apart around us.
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8 Types of Masks People Wear on Purim
Eight Types of Masks People Wear on Purim: thick-skinned, conforming, perfection, normal, confident, pious, I-Like-You, successful
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Purim’s Four Steps to Happiness
Tap through to read about the 4 mitzvot of Purim, the meaning behind them and some practical tips about to make the holiday of Purim easier for anyone in this community.
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Purim Reminder: Don’t Comment On Anyone’s Drinking Habits
We wish this didn’t need to be said, but please don’t comment on whether people are drinking or not this Purim… sigh.
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Masks on Purim
Sending our love to all you this Purim…we are always here for you ❤️❤️❤️
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Purim Pregnancy Announcements
To all of you out there who are carrying or holding your rainbows, we see you. And we know that you will never forget the journey that broke your heart into a million pieces.
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Purim Triggers
We have been flooded with messages about how hard Purim was. We hear you and if you felt this way you are not alone!
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National Infertility Awareness Week & Passover
It’s no coincidence that National Infertility Awareness Week overlaps with Passover….
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Holidays Can Be Filled With Hard Memories
The holidays are filled with so many memories. For people struggling or grieving their babies, these memories can be especially painful.
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Extend an Invite for Passover
Reminder to everyone hosting this Passover: it’s not too late to extend another invite, There are people out there struggling 💔
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Pesach Without A Baby
Passover is hard.
You just never know how much pain someone is in 💔
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49 Things To Talk About At the Passover Seder Table That Have Nothing To Do With Pregnancy or Babies
49 Things To Talk About At the Passover Seder Table That Have Nothing To Do With Pregnancy or Babies. There is so much more to a person than their journey to parenthood!
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Coping Tips for Pesach
It’s important to acknowledge that the holidays can be a very challenging time. Here are some quick healthy coping mechanisms to help you get through it.
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Shout Out to Everyone Preparing for Passover
To everyone perpareing for Passover anyway: Whatever you are carrying. Whatever you are feeling. Whatever you are holding in your heart. We are here for you.
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Afikoman Present Wish List
My Afikoman Present Wish List:
What's on your wish list? 😏
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Crazy Things Overheard Over Passover
Crazy things followers have heard from freinds and family over Passover: I promise you…I’m not making any of these up, and these are only a tiny fraction of the comments that I’ve been getting. 😞
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Doing Your Best on Passover
Friendly Reminder for Passover: Please just take care of you. No one will remember whether or not you made 2 or 3 desserts. Take care of yourself first.
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How Was Passover?
Life is rarely what it seems like on the surface. Some are just better at hiding pain than others 💔
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Being an “Older” Single on Simchas Torah
There are so many situations that may lead one to find themselves in the midst circumstantial infertility and our goal over the next few days is to continue to share your stories so nobody feels alone in their journey.